Lebanon’s five-month uprising against corrupt government, banks and, notably, religious sectarianism is a beacon of hope to other rebellions in the region.
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Revolution and counter-revolution in the Middle East — a crucial test for the Left
With besieged Syrians and Iranians as examples, this critique of Stalinists, social democrats and lapsed Trotskyists reminds progressives that every democratic movement in every country deserves Left support.
Call to oppose violence against women in Iran
The Freedom Socialist Party and Radical Women are in solidarity with the efforts to stem the scourge of governmental and individual assaults against Iranian women.
Trump and U.S. business as usual in Iran
What is the U.S. president really up to?
The real character and meaning of mass protests in Iran
A report by Helen Gilbert given at a Seattle Freedom Socialist Party (FSP) meeting on Dec. 8, 2019.
Renewed feminist and labor resistance forces the hand of the Iranian police state
True stories of brave women radicals standing up to Iranian government and winning freedom with international help.
Imperialist rivalry fans flames of war and genocide in Syria
The Kurds and other rebels need international solidarity around overthrowing capitalism — breeding ground of permanent war.
Statement by MENA Socialist Feminists and Allies on the Popular Uprisings in the Region
Alliance of Middle Eastern and North African Socialists: “The current wave of popular protests in Iraq and Lebanon are a breath of fresh air and a beacon of hope for the region and the world.”
Israeli elections: turmoil at the top, no democracy in sight
As hard-right, pro-war politics prevail, world opinion is no longer uncritical of anti-Palestinian Israel.
